Publisher's Synopsis
The Penhallow Family: A Story is a novel written by Cecilia Viets Dakin Jamison and published in 1905. The book is a family saga that follows the lives of the Penhallow family, a wealthy and influential family living in New England in the late 19th century.The story begins with the patriarch of the family, John Penhallow, who is a successful businessman and politician. He is married to a woman named Mary and they have several children, including a son named Richard, who is the protagonist of the story.As the story progresses, the family faces various challenges and conflicts, including financial troubles, romantic entanglements, and family secrets. The novel explores themes of family loyalty, love, and sacrifice, as well as the social and cultural norms of the time.Throughout the book, the reader is introduced to a wide range of characters, including members of the Penhallow family, their friends and acquaintances, and various servants and employees who work for them. The story is told through a third-person omniscient narrator, who provides insight into the thoughts and feelings of each character.Overall, The Penhallow Family: A Story is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in New England during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in family sagas, historical fiction, or classic American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
